In this essay we make an introduction to DDoS attacks. More specific we define this kind of attacks and describe analytically the methods used till recently in all stages. Following we categorize those attacks and point out the consequences. Following above mentioned we indicate all relevant data regarding the latest procedures suggested or applied in order to prevent those attacks. Based on this we have the opportunity to understand DDoS attacks and be able to explore more effectively the critical matter of protection. We also describe in detail a characteristic DDoS attack, SYN Flood, which takes advantage TCP protocol weakness. Finally we present some general information related to DDoS attacks tracking.
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